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Manoj Kumar Death: Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan And Aamir Khan Pay Tribute To The Veteran Actor :’He Wasn’t Just…’

Bollywood mourns the loss of veteran actor Manoj Kumar. Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan and Aamir Khan pay heartfelt tributes to him.

Veteran actor, director and filmmaker Manoj Kumar passed away on Friday at the age of 87. He is also known as Bharat Kumar patriotic roles took his last breath at 4:03 am on 4 April 2025 at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, Mumbai.

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The news of his demise has left the film industry in mourning, with many big Bollywood stars pay tribute to him*.

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Shah Rukh Khan Calls Manoj Kumar A ‘Legend’

Shah Rukh Khan recently shared a heartfelt note on X (formerly twitter), honouring the late actor’s contribution to Indian cinema. “Manoj Kumar Ji made films that uplifted our country, our cinema, and focused on unity with unmatched sincerity. A legend in every sense. His films shaped an era and left a mark on our cinema. Thank you, sir. You will always be ‘Bharat’ to us.”

Aamir Khan Remembers Manoj Kumar’s Impact

Aamir Khan also expresses his tribute through an official statement and also recalled how Manoj Kumar’s films influenced him. “Manoj Kumar was not just an actor and filmmaker; he was an institution. I have learnt so much watching his films. His films often addressed important social themes, bringing him close to the common man. My heartfelt condolences to his family”.

Salman Khan Bids Farewell

Salman Khan also paid tribute to the cinematic legacy Manoj Kumar and expressed gratitude. Taking to X, Salman wrote: “Manoj Kumar Ji… a true legend. Thank you for the unforgettable films and memories…”

Last Rites Scheduled For Tomorrow

Manoj Kumar’s son, Kunal Goswami, confirmed that the last rites will take place at 11 am on Saturday at Pawan Hans, near Nanavati Hospital in Vile Parle.

He also thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his heartfelt tribute. “I thank PM Modi for his tweet… Films like Upkar, Purab Aur Paschim, and Roti Kapada Aur Makaan are still relevant today, both in Parliament and society.”

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Cause Of Death And Health Struggles

Manoj Kumar’s death was reportedly due to cardiogenic shock. He had also been battling liver-related issues for several months and had been under medical care since 21 February 2025.

First published on: Apr 04, 2025 07:02 PM IST


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